Author: Stacy Johnson CPA
How Online Ads Are Destroying the World
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 4, 2020
In this week’s podcast: How ad technology is turning many American minds to mush — and what you can do about it.
Why Your Parents Retired Happier Than You Will
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 26, 2020
In this week’s podcast: My parents entered retirement with much more financial security than I’ll have. And I’m definitely not alone.
Which Is Better, a Home Equity Loan or Line of Credit?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 22, 2020
If you’re going to use your home as collateral for a loan, you’ve got choices. Here’s how to decide what to do and whether to do it.
Which Is the Better Investment: Stocks or Real Estate?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 19, 2020
In this week’s podcast: What I’ve learned investing in stocks and real estate for 40 years.
How to Buy a Refrigerator, Step by Step
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 17, 2020
Here’s how I got the perfect appliance at the perfect price.
Is Cheap Sunscreen Good Enough?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 15, 2020
Sometimes paying for a brand name is worth it. Other times, it’s just a burn.
Avoiding the 3 Biggest Money Problems Reported by Retirees
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 12, 2020
In this week’s podcast: common financial regrets — along with advice on how to avoid them.
The Right Way to Mix Money and Marriage
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 9, 2020
This reader came to the right place for answers about how to merge finances in a marriage.
How Can I Lower My Health Care Costs?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 8, 2020
There’s no “magic bullet” that will cut your medical bills in half. But by using a combination of actions, you can make a serious dent.
Big-Ticket Things You Should Never Buy
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 5, 2020
In this week’s podcast: Are you wasting big money on these common purchases?
10 Golden Rules to Avoid Getting Scammed
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 1, 2020
We have all been ripped off. If you want to avoid that sickening feeling in the future, follow these simple rules.
Should I Take Social Security Now and Invest It, or Wait Until I’m 70?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 1, 2020
Planning to take Social Security early and invest it? Here’s why you should think twice.
Companies That Might Lower Your Bill If You’ll Just Ask
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 29, 2020
In this week’s podcast: an easy way to slash your bills.
Am I Eligible for a Health Savings Account?
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 25, 2020
HSAs are awesome. But there’s one rather large group of people who don’t get to take advantage of them.
How Do You Waste Money? Let’s Count the Ways
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 22, 2020
In this week’s podcast: a list of purchases you make that you could be getting for much less, or even free.
Will Lowering My Credit Card Limit Hurt My Credit Score?
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 18, 2020
Having less available credit should make you less of a risk. But sometimes it has the opposite effect.
What the Coronavirus Can Teach Us About Building an Emergency Fund
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 15, 2020
Find your emergency fund is too skinny? Here’s how to stretch those dollars and fatten it up.
6 Traits of the Successful Self-Employed
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 11, 2020
I’ve been a successful entrepreneur for 39 years and have been working entirely at home for 29. Want to join me? Here’s what it takes.
How to Supersize Your Retirement Nest Egg
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 8, 2020
Whether retirement is around the corner or decades away, there are some simple tips that will help you fatten your savings. That’s what we’re talking about on this week’s podcast.
Your Top 5 Retirement Questions, Answered
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 2, 2020
How much will you need to retire? How should you invest? When should you take Social Security? Should you buy an annuity? Everyone has retirement questions. Here are your answers.
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